Sir Andrew Davis: Remembering a Conductor’s Conductor
We remember Sir Andrew Davis, a true maestro whose life in music touched hearts globally. From the Royal College of Music to the world’s grea...
An orchestra’s birth, 70 mesmerizing concerts, and 30 captivating venues. Bonn proudly presents the Beethoven Festival 2023 with the central theme: “Music about life”.
Had Beethoven been alive in this age, Steven Walter, the Artistic Director of the Beethovenfest, feels he’d be an avant-garde spirit. “Certainly a forward thinker, grounded in tradition but never resting on past laurels,” he mused. Taking reins of the festival for the second time, Walter and his young squad aim to embody Beethoven’s audacious spirit, allowing a touch of daring in their approach.
“Music about life” is the highlight for 2023. Walter enlightened DW on the thematic choices, revealing a broader narrative. “The past, present, and future festivals tackle societal issues. In 2022, it was about inclusivity and diversity with ‘All people’. In 2024, we’ll explore ‘democracy’. But this year, ‘Life’ delves into sustainability and the human-nature bond.”
Amidst a recovering cultural landscape post-pandemic, courage to innovate takes precedence. Beyond traditional concert settings, the festival embraces places like factories, castles, and spa halls, making Bonn resonate with Beethoven’s notes.
Until September 24th, witness a musical marathon including the Ninth Symphonies’ trilogy by Dvořák, Bruckner, and Beethoven, performed by renowned orchestras. The spotlight shines on the debut of the oneMusic Orchestra, conducted by Yoel Gamzou. With a pledge to champion fresh compositions, they represent a hopeful future in music.
DW’s partnership with the Beethovenfest surpasses two decades. They, along with ARD Kultur, have curated “Tiny House Concert”. This video series, aimed at global culture enthusiasts aged 18-50, showcases Steven Walter hosting budding artists in his quaint home near Bonn. Their music and discussions, available on the “DWClassicMusic” YouTube channel, shatter conventional bounds.
Established in 2001, the Beethovenfest’s campus project is a global initiative. This year, it turns its gaze to Afghanistan and Iran. Bookmark September 14, 7:30 p.m. at the University of Bonn’s auditorium.
Dates: August 31 to September 24, 2023
For more, visit: www.beethovenfest.de
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